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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Mr. Daniel Harbaugh, Executive Director
Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority
1246 West Main Street
Sylva, North Carolina 28779
Dear Mr. Harbaugh:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
July 6, 2015
Subject: NPDES Permit Issuance
TWSA WWTP #6- Horsepasture River
Permit No. NCO089532
Jackson County
Class 2 Facility
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement
between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or
as subsequently amended).
After evaluation of your comments on the draft permit the Division offers the following responses:
• Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements pages were added for phased flows of
0.125 MGD and 0.250 MGD to allow flexibility for the construction of the plant in stages.
• The latitude and longitude for the discharge point were corrected in the map. .
• Ybu asked to clarify the inclusion of mercury monitoring. Mercury monitoring is included in
the permit as required in the Mercury TMDL Permitting Strategy. In 2012 the Division
developed a statewide mercury TMDL to address mercury impairment in surface waters in
North Carolina. As all waters of the state were listed as unpaired for mercury the TMDL
permitting strategy is applicable to all NPDES dischargers. For new facilities at least one
sample is required to determine if mercury is detected in the effluent.
• The ammonia limit is applicable year around. The permit has been corrected by eliminating
the reference to winter months. Limits are more restrictive than other permits due to the
applicability of the most restrictive classification of Outstanding Resources Waters (ORW).
• The monitoring frequency for Total Nitrogen and Total Phosphorous has been corrected to
semi-annual.
• You asked to clarify the basis for BOD and TSS limits. BOD, and TSS limits are based on
the management strategy for the Horespasture River ORW area found in rule 15A NCAC
2B .0225 (e)(13). As in the case of ammonia, limits based on this rule are more restrictive
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than other permits due to the applicability of the most restrictive classification of ORW.
Monitoring frequency was determined in accordance with rule 15A NCAC 2B .0508.
In addition to the above mentioned modifications the name of the facility was changed to TWSA
W W IP #6 — Horsepasture River and the expiration date of the permit was modified to July 31,
2020 to allow for a five year permit cycle.
The permit includes a special condition to address the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's)
pending requirement for you to provide electronically -submitted Discharge Monitoring Reports
(eDMRs). The Division intends to fully implement the eDMR program as soon as practicable. See
Condition A.(5) in permit For information on eDMR, registering for eDMR and obtaining an
eDMR user account, please visit the following web page:
hio://portal ncdenr oM/web/wq/admin/bog/ipu/ed=.
For information on EPA's proposed NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule, please visit the following
web site: htto://www2.ena.00v/cornnhance/nronosed-nndes-e.le.rtrnnir-rennrtina-n,le
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty
(30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition,
conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of
Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless
such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division
may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect
the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water
Resources or any other Federal, State, or Local governmental permits that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Teresa Rodriguez at telephone
number [phone] or at email [e-mail].
Sincerely,
60 Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
cc: NPDES Files
Central Files
Asheville Regional Office / Surface Water Protection Section

Permit NCO089532
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1,
other lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North
Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water
Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
TWSA WWTP #6 -- Horsepasture River
Highway 64, east of Cashiers
Jackson County
to receiving waters designated as the Horsepasture River in the Savanah River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other
conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective August 1, 2015.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31,
2020.
Signed this day July 6, 2015.
61*. Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Permit NCO089532
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge
are hereby revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing
this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and
discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms,
and provisions included herein.
The Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority is hereby authorized to:
1. After obtaining an Authorization to Construct from the Division and submitting
an engineering Certificate, construct and operate a 0.125 MGD wastewater
treatment plant. This facility is located at the TWSA Wastewater Treatment
Plant #6 — Horsepasture River, Highway 64, east of Cashiers, Jackson County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Horsepasture River, classified C-Tr+ waters in the Savannah River
Basin.
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Permit NCO089532
Part I
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
(0.125 MGD) [15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 02B .0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning upon receipt of an Engineering Certificate for 0.125 MGD
and lasting until receipt of Engineering Certificate for 0.25 MGD or expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such
discharges shall be limited and monitored' by the Permittee as specified below:
LIMITS
M01111TORING REQUIREMENTS
.
Monthlq '
Avera e '
Weekly
Ave_ ra"e=
_
Da�lq
Maxiium
- _
Nteasurement
:Fre'iue c
Sample,
e '
.. :Sample .
Location
Flow
0.125 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day, 20°C3
5.0 m /L
7.5 m /L
Weekly
Composite
Influent & Effluent
Total Suspended Solids3
10 m /L
15 m /L
Weekly
Composite
Influent & Effluent
NHA
2.0 m /L
6.0 m /L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Temperature °C
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen4
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
(geometric mean
200/100 mL
400/100 mL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen
(NO2+ NO3 + TKN)
Semi-annual
Composite
Effluent
Total Phosphorus
Semi-annual
Composite
Effluent
H
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Temperature °C
I Weekly
Grab
U & D 2
Dissolved Ox en I
I Weekly
Grab
U*& D 2
Notes:
1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, begin submitting discharge
monitoring reports electronically using NC DWR's eDMR application system. See Special
Condition A.(5.)
2. * U: Upstream at least 100 feet from the outfall. D: Downstream at least 500 feet from
the outfall.
3. The monthly average effluent BOD5 and Total Suspended Solids concentrations shall
not exceed 15% of the respective influent value (85% removal).
4. The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0
mg/ L.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace
amounts.
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Permit NCO089532
A (2.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS (0.25
MGD) [15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 02B .0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning upon receipt of an Engineering Certificate for 0.25 MGD
and lasting until receipt of Engineering Certificate for 0.495 MGD or expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such
discharges shall be limited and monitored' by the Permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER
...:.:.:
LIMITS
-
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
_ _ •. .
_
Monthly
Avera a .:
_ .
Weekly
Avera " e
.
Daily
Maximuiii
-_
Measurement
Fie uencr
Sample
a
Sample"
Location
Flow
0.25 MGD
Continuous
Recordin
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day, 200C3
5.0 mg/L
7.5 m /L
Weekly
Composite
Influent & Effluent
Total Suspended Solids3
10 m /L
15 m /L
Weekly
Composite
Influent & Effluent
NH3-N
2.0 m /L
6.0 m /L
Week
Composite
Effluent
Temperature °C
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen4
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
(geometric mean
200/100 mL
400/100 mL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen
(NO2+ NO3 + TKN)
Semi-annual
Composite
Effluent
Total Phosphorus
Semi-annual
Composite
Effluent
H
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Temperature °C)
Weekly
Grab
U & D 2
Dissolved Oxygen
Weekly
Grab
U & D 2
Notes:
1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, begin submitting discharge
monitoring reports electronically using NC DWR's eDMR application system. See Special
Condition A.(5.)
2. U: Upstream at least 100 feet from the outfall. D: Downstream at least 500 feet from
the outfall.
3. The monthly average effluent BODS and Total Suspended Solids concentrations shall
not exceed 15% of the respective influent value (85% removal).
4. The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0
mg/ L.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace
amounts.
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Permit NCO089532
A (3.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS (0.495
MGD) [15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 02B .0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning upon receipt of an Engineering Certificate for 0.495 MGD
and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge treated
wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored' by the
Permittee as specified below:
. :-r.. ..._fir'..
PAJ2AMETER
'. .,-. •.
LIMITS
MONITORMG REQUIREMENTS'
1Vlonthly
Avera a
Weekly
- • .' ,.
Aveaea
Daily
'_.' i. n'�:", .. ..
Maximum-
Measurement'
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Frer4fidik' ;
Sample+
'.
e `
Sample
. .
Location.
Flow
0.495 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day, 20°C3
5.0 m /L
7.5 m /L
Weekly
Composite
Influent & Effluent
Total Suspended Solids3
10 mg/L
15 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Influent & Effluent
NHA
2.0 m /L
6.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Temperature °C
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen4
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
(geometric mean
200/100 mL
400/100 mL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen
(NO2+ NO3 + TKN)
Semi-annual
Composite
Effluent
Total Phosphorus
I
Semi-annual
Composite
Effluent
H
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Tem erature °C
Weekly
Grab
U & D 2
Dissolved Ox en
Weekly
Grab I
U & D 2
Notes:
1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, begin submitting
discharge monitoring reports electronically using NC DWR's eDMR application
system. See Special Condition A.(5.)
2. U; Upstream at least 100 feet from the outfall. D: Downstream at least 500 feet
from the outfall.
3. The monthly average effluent BOD5 and Total Suspended Solids concentrations
shall not exceed 15% of the respective influent value (85% removal).
4. The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0
mg/ L.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace
amounts.
A. (4.) MERCURY SAMPLE
The Permittee shall provide one effluent mercury analysis, using EPA Method 1631E,
in conjunction with the next permit renewal application. The analysis should be taken
within 12 months prior to the application date. Any additional effluent mercury
measurements conducted from the effective date of this permit and up to the
application date shall also be submitted with the renewal application.
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Permit NCO089532
If the results of the mercury analysis is not provided with the application, the
application may be returned as incomplete and the Permittee considered non-
compliant.
A. (5.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
[G.S. 143-215.1(b)]
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring
reports (DMRs) and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such
submittals, then permittees must submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA). The Division anticipates that these regulations will be
adopted and is beginning implementation in late 2013.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within
Part II of this permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
• Section B. (11.) Signatory Requirements
• Section D. (2.) Reporting
• Section D. (6.) Records Retention
• Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports
1. Reporting [Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) (all
Beginning no later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the
permittee shall begin reporting discharge monitoring data electronically using the
NC DWR's Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for
each month and submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows
permitted facilities to enter monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using
the internet. Until such time that the state's eDMR application is compliant with
EPA's Cross -Media Electronic Reporting Regulation (CROMERR), permittees will be
required to submit all discharge monitoring data to the state electronically using
eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR submission by printing, signing,
and submitting one signed original and a copy of the computer printed eDMR to
the following address:
NC DENR / DWR / Information Processing Unit
ATTENTION: Central Files / eDMR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship
or due to the facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent
of the households have broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the
NPDES electronic reporting requirements may be granted and discharge
monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or
alternative forms approved by the Director. Duplicate signed copies shall be
submitted to the mailing address above.
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Permit NCO089532
Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements
must be submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60)
days prior to the date the facility would be required under this permit to begin
using eDMR. Temporary waivers shall be valid for twelve (12) months and shall
thereupon expire. At such time, DMRs shall be submitted electronically to the
Division unless the permittee re -applies for and is granted a new temporary waiver
by the Division.
Information on eDMR and application for a temporary waiver from the NPDES
electronic reporting requirements is found on the following web page:
http: / / portal. ncdenr. org/web /wg / admire / bog / ipu / edmr
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last day of the
month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the
last day of the month following the commencement of discharge.
2. Signatory Requirements [Supplements Section B. (11.1 (b) and supersedes
Section B. (11.1 (d)]
All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person
described in Part II, Section B. (11.) (a) or by a duly authorized representative of
that person as described in Part II, Section B. (11.)(b). A person, and not a
position, must be delegated signatory authority for eDMR reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain
an eDMR user account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more
information on North Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining
an eDMR user account, please visit the following web page:
http: / / portal. ncdenr. org /web /wg / admin/ bog f ipu / edmr
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR
system shall make the following certification [40 CFR 122.221. NO OTHER
STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
7 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were
prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to
assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information
submitted. used on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information
submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I
am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations. "
3. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6.)j
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including
eDMR submissions. These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at
least 3 years from the date of the report. This period may be extended by request of
the Director at any time [40 CFR 122.41].
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Permit NCO089532
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TWSA WWTP #6 - Horsepasture River Facilitv Location (not to scalel
Receiving Stream: Horesepasture River Stream Class: C Tr+
Drainage Basin: Savannah River Basin Sub -Basin: 03-13-02 -
Permitted Flow: 0.125/0.25/0.495 MGD HUC: 03060101
Latitude: 35' 07' 46" Longitude: 83' 04' 00"
USGS Quad: Big Ridge & Cashiers NPDES Permit NCO089532—Jackson County

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RECEIVED/DENR/DWR
MAY 12 2015
Water Quality
Permitting Section
May 8th, 2015
NCDENR
Division of Water Resources
NPDES Complex Permitting Unit
Attn: Teresa Rodriguez
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1601
Ref: Draft NPDES Permit
Permit NCO089532
Jackson County- Class 2 Facility
Applicant Review Comments
Dear Ms. Rodriguez:
Water & Sewer
Authority
TUCKASEIGEE
SEMNCI.AC Ntt1U
1246 West Main Street
Sylva, NC 28779
This letter is being written in response to the above referenced documents provided by
your office in a package dated April 8'h, 2015. This package was received in this office on
April 13"'. 2015 and our review began at that time. It is our understanding that the review
period commenced upon receipt and runs for 30 days, thus ending on May 12'h, 2015.
This letter is provided as a consolidated set of comments after review of your transmittal
by our staff and our consulting engineer. The following remarks, questions and comments
are provided for your consideration in this matter.
1. The application package was submitted as a 0.495 mgd discharge with no phasing
due to the complexity of the Engineering Alternatives Analysis and the application.
While this 0.495 mgd is the ultimate build out for the proposed discharge, we
request the permit to be drafted in final form to provide for three phases of
construction to occur with provisions in the permit for discharges to begin after
construction is complete for 0.125 mgd and 0.250 mgd of capacity, in addition to
the 0.495 mgd already in the permit as full capacity.
2. The Latitude and Longitude for the discharge point as included in the Draft Permit
Map are incorrect. The Latitude and Longitude originally provided by TWSA in the
permit application package has been reviewed by our consulting engineer and
found to be correct as originally provided. We request that the original Latitude: 35
deg 07 min 46 sec N, and Longitude 83 deg 04 min 00 sec be reflected in the final
permit package.

3.
We are unsure of the reasoning for inclusion of mercury monitoring in this draft
permit. It is our understanding that NCDENR will be adding mercury monitoring
requirements to municipal discharges that have the potential for elevated mercury
levels. The service area in Cashiers has no current industrial users. The likelihood
of any such a user ever connecting to the system is extremely low given the cost
of land and tight land use restrictions for the community. In addition, there are no
known airborne sources of mercury (i.e. coal fired boilers (power, heat or
combined) plants) within close proximity. We request that this requirement not be
included, or if it remains that the basis for such inclusion be provided for
clarification.
We request clarification of the monthly / weekly limit for Ammonia for, period of April
1- Oct 31. The Draft permit includes information on winter, but not summer limits
for this parameter. In addition the stated winter limits are more restrictive than
those we must comply with in the summer at our existing WWTP in Cashiers
discharging into the HQW waters of the Chattooga River. We are concerned about
our ability to meet these limits in a cost effective manner in the cold weather during
low flows in this seasonal community. Please clarify the basis of the winter limits
and also what limits will be in place for the summer months.
5. The frequency of monitoring for Total Nitrogen and Phosphorous is listed as
monthly in the Draft Permit. Our existing WWTP in Cashiers discharging into the
HQW waters of the Chattooga River has a permit requiring monitoring of these
parameters on a semiannual basis. Please clarify the basis for this more restrictive
monitoring requirement.
6. Our staff has expressed concerns over the BOD limits in the permit due to
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turnaround time on testing of samples. Please clarify the basis for these limits as
provided in the Draft Permit.
7. Our staff has also expressed concern over the limits for TSS in the Draft Permit.
Please clarify the basis for these limits as provided in the Draft Permit.
8. We request that NCDENR provide for TWSA's review and records all of the
supporting information developed or referenced to develop the draft permit. This
c would include, but not be limited to;
a. fact sheets or other reviewed materials,
b. Regional Office staff reports,
c. Modelling work completed to check the limits meet water quality standards,
d. Comments from other NCDENR/DWR units,
e. Internal communications,
f. Any -internal communications, written (electronic or hard copy) notes or
correspondence.

We appreciate the work accomplished by your office and the ongoing support of the
Asheville Regional Staff in this matter. We continue to be committed to meeting our
obligations to be a good steward of the water resources of Jackson County. At the same
time we also have a responsibility to our current and future customers to make sure we
keep our capital, operating and maintenance costs in control. It is our intent that our
interaction in this matter reflect both of these responsibilities in a balanced approach.
In view of that goal, we respectfully request that you address these comments as provided
and will be glad to discuss these questions at your convenience if that would be of
assistance. You may contact me at my office at 828.586.5189, extension 203, or by email
at dharbaugh(a)twsanc.us.
Sincerely,
Daniel E. Harbaugh
Executive Director
Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority
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DENR/DWR
FACT SHEET FOR NPDES PERMIT DEVELOPMENT
NPDES No. NCO089532
Facility Information
Applicant/Facility Name:
Tuckasei ee Water and Sewer Authority (TWSA)
Applicant Address:
1246 West Main St., S Iva, NC 28779
Facility Address:
Highway 64, east of Cashiers
Permitted Flow
0.495 MGD
Tye of Waste:
Domestic/commercial
Facility/Permit Status:
Grade 2/Minor/New
County:
Jackson
Miscellaneous
Receiving Stream:
Horsepasture River
Regional Office:
Asheville
Stream Classification:
C-Tr+
USGS Quad:
Big Ridge
303(d) Listed?
No
Permit Writer:
Teresa Rodriguez
HUC:
03060101
Date:
Sub -basin
03-13-02
AOMP
Lat. 35° 07' 46" N Long. 83004' 00" W
Drainage Area (mi :
3.9
Summer 7Q10 (cfs)
2
Winter 7Q10 (cfs)
3
30Q2 (cfs)
4.3
Average Flow (cfs):
16
IWC (%):
27
SUMMARY
The Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority (TWSA) operates a 0.200 MGD WWTP permitted under
permit NCO063321 discharging to the Chattooga River. The WWTP serves the unincorporated Cashiers
area. TWSA is proposing to expand the capacity of the treatment system in order to accommodate
existing and future allocations in the Cashiers area. TWSA proposes to build a new 0.495 MGD WWTP
discharging to Horesepasture River. The Chattooga River is classified as ORW therefore an expansion of
the existing WWTP is not allowed.
EAA
The Division issued speculative limits for 0.495 MGD in April 2014. TWSA developed an Engineering
Alternative Analysis (EAA) for the proposed discharge. The Cashiers WWTP currently serves
approximately 250 customers. Current flows average 0.102 MGD during high season. TWSA holds
requested allocations for connecting to the sewer system of 0.104 MGD. Future flow needs for the next
20 years were estimated based on requested allocations, planned development in the Cashiers Commercial
District service area and surveyed potential customers expressing desire to connect to the sewer system.
Currently most residential lots are serviced by individual septic systems, some of which are failing. The
flow projection for the 20 year period is 0.695 MGD. The existing WWTP has a capacity of 0.20 MGD,
the new plant will treat the remaining 0.495 MGD.
The following alternatives were considered by TWSA:
1. No action — this alternative will not meet the growth and service needs of the area. Present Worth not
applicable.
2. Optimization of WWTP — the existing facility does not have the capabilities to treat flows in excess
of 0.2 MGD. This alternative is not feasible.
3. Land application — Based on local soils, hydrology and slopes a land application system in this
region of the mountains will require 60 days storage capacity and 140 acres for operation of a spray
is $2 3. 76",105 system. The present worth of this alternative is $23,762,105.
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4. Reuse system — There are not any industrial uses or golf courses in the service area that could use
reclaimed water from the treatment system. This alternative was not considered feasible.
5. New regional WWTP — The Town of Highlands is the close treatment system in the area. The
WWTP is 11 miles away. The Town of Highlands is not supportive of regionalizing their WWTP.
The present worth of this alternative is $23,830,610.
6. Upgrade existing plant to 0.695 MGD, discharge 0.0495 MGD to Horsepasture River — The existing
treatment system would be expanded to 0.695 MGD using a Membrane Bioreactor. Due to the
limitation of space it is the only technology that could be used for expansion. Under this alternative
0.2 MGD will be discharged to Chattooga River and 0.495 MGD to Horsepasture River. The present
worth of this alternative is $11,363,624.
7. New 0.495 MGD WWTP discharging to Horsepasture River — The existing WWTP discharges to the
Chattooga River which is classified as ORW. Under existing rules no expansions are allowed in
ORW waters. The proposed discharge is to Horsepasture River is downstream at the end of the
service area. The present worth of this alternative is $10,271,391.
The construction of a new 0.495 MGD WWTP discharging to Horsepasture River is the most
economically and environmentally feasible of the options evaluated. The preliminary treatment system
description includes equalization, tertiary treatment and UV disinfection.
RECEIVING STREAM
Horsepasture River is located within the Savannah River Basin, subbasin 03-13-02, stream index 4-13-
(0.5), HUC 03060101. Horsepasture River has a classification of C, TR +, which is subject to special
management strategy specified in 15A NCAC 2B .0225 (13), the Outstanding Resource Wastewater Rule.
PROPOSED PERMIT LIMITS AND CONDITIONS
As specified in 15A NCAC 2B .0225 (13) all new or expanding discharges to this section of Horsepasture
River shall comply with the following requirements:
(A) Oxygen Consuming Wastes: Effluent limitations shall be as follows: BOD = 5 mg/1, and NH3-N = 2
mg/1;
(B) Total Suspended Solids: Discharges of total suspended solids (TSS) shall be limited to effluent
concentrations of 10 mg/1 for trout waters and to 20 mg/l for all other waters except for mining
operations, which will be held to their respective NPDES TSS permit limits;
(C) Nutrients: Where nutrient overenrichment is projected to be a concern, effluent limitations shall be
set for phosphorus or nitrogen, or both; and
(D) Volume: The total volume of treated wastewater for all discharges combined shall not exceed 25
percent of the total instream flow in the designated ORW under 7QI0 conditions.
The limits for BOD, TSS and ammonia follow the requirements in the rule. At the designated ORW the
total volume of wastewater is 24%.
Other permit limits and conditions:
• WET: The draft permit will not include Whole Effluent Toxicity test since it is not required for
minor facilities.
• TRC: Since disinfection will be accomplished using UV no limit for total residual chlorine was
included.
• Instream monitoring: The permit includes instream monitoring for temperature and dissolved
oxygen as per 15A NCAC 2B .0200.
• Mercury: Since this is a new facility and is less than 1 MGD the implementation guidance for the
statewide Mercury TMDL requires one sample every 5 years.
• The permit includes a special condition with requirements for submitting electronic DMRs.
Fact Sheet
NPDES NCO089532
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Table 1. Summary of nronosed nermit limits and monitorinor
Paramte,e. Affected �. ,...'e�mi�,
imt/Conzon_,
Bas�s.,_f._orcoato_ .. __ , _
Flow
0.495 MGD
Design flow; T15A 2B .0505
BOD5
5 mg/l MA
7.5 mg/l WA
Management Strategy from 15A NCAC 2B
.0225 (13
NH3-N
2 mg/l MA
6 mg/l WA
Management Strategy from 15A NCAC 2B
.0225(13)
TSS
10 mg/l MA
15 m 1 WA
Management Strategy from 15A NCAC 2B
.0225(13)
Fecal coliform
200/100 ml MA
400/100 ml WA
State WQ standards, 15A 2B .0200
Dissolved Oxygen
6 mg/l DM
State WQ standards, 15A NCAC 2B .0200
Temperature
Daily Monitoring
15A NCAC 02B .0508
Total Nitrogen/Total
Phosphorus
Monthly monitoring
15A NCAC 02B .0508
MA — Monthly Average WA — weekly average DM — Daily Maximum
PROPOSED SCHEDULE FOR PERMIT ISSUANCE
Draft Permit to Public Notice: April 7, 2015
Permit Scheduled to Issue: June 1, 2015
NPDES DIVISION CONTACT
If you have questions regarding any of the above information or on the attached permit, please contact
Teresa Rodriguez at 919-807-63 87.
� NAME: (� DATE: 41111
Regional Office Comments
NAME: DATE:
SUPERVISOR: DATE:
Fact Sheet
NPDES NCO089532
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Attachment A. Local Government Review Form
General Statute Overview. North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 (c)(b) allows input from local governments in the issuance
of NPDES Permits for non -municipal domestic wastewater treatment facilities. Specifically, the Environmental Management
Commission (EMC) may not act on an application for a new non -municipal domestic wastewater discharge facility until it has
received a written statement from each city and county government having jurisdiction over any part of the lands on which the
proposed facility and its appurtenances are to be located. The written statement shall document whether the city or county has a
zoning or subdivision ordinance in effect and (if such an ordinance is in effect) whether the proposed facility is consistent with
the ordinance. The EMC shall not approve a permit application for any facility which a city or county has determined to be
inconsistent with zoning or subdivision ordinances unless the approval of such application is determined to have statewide
significance and is in the best interest of the State.
Instructions to the AVph� ant: Prior to submitting an application for a NPDES Permit for a proposed facility, the applicant
shall request that both the nearby city and county government complete this form. The applicant must:
■ Submit a copy of the permit application (with a written request for this form to be completed) to the clerk of the city and
the county by certified mail, return receipt requested.
■ If either (or both) local government(s) fail(s) to mail the completed form, as evidenced by the postmark on the certified
mail card(s), within 15 days after receiving and signing for the certified mail, the applicant may submit the application to
the NPDES Unit.
■ As evidence to the Commission that the local government(s) failed to respond within 15 days, the applicant shall submit a
copy of the certified mail card along with a notarized letter stating that the local government(s) failed to respond within
the 15-day period.
Instructions to the Local Government: The nearby city and/or county government which may have or has jurisdiction over
any part of the land on which the proposed facility or its appurtenances are to be located is required to complete and return this
form to the applicant within 15 days of receipt. The form must be signed and notarized.
Name of local government
Jackson County
(City/County)
Does the city/county have jurisdiction over any part of the land on which the proposed facility and its appurtenances are to be
located? Yes [X] No [ ] If no, please sign this form, have it notarized, and return it to the applicant.
Does the city/county have in effect a zoning or subdivision ordinance? Yes [X] No [ ]
If there is a zoning or subdivision ordinance in effect, is the plan for the proposed facility consistent with the ordinance? Yes [X]
No [ ]
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Date 2J [ K
Signature
(C Manager/County Manager)
State of I y. W 1 k (A r V' '-V't^ . , County of �" Vr `
On this day of_,a& personally appeared before me, the said
name (�"—t.� �%1�- Y V �-Vy �' 11 to me known and known to me to be the person described in
and who executed the foregoing document and he (or she) acknowledged that he (or she) executed the same and being duly sworn
by me, made oath that the statements in the foregoing document are true.
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My Commission expires .(Signature of Notary Public}
JANET C RTZGERAW
NOTARYPUBM
EAA Guidance Document Revision: April 2014
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Belnick, Tom
From:
Belnick, Tom
Sent:
Wednesday, March 04, 2015 4:06 PM
To:
Belnick, Tom; Berry, Ron; Chernikov, Sergei; Grzyb, Julie; Rodriguez, Teresa; Song, Yang
Cc:
Risgaard, Jon; Poupart, Jeff
Subject:
New Workload
Unfortunately our Unit has received a barrage of new/expanding applications, which we will need to prioritize above
simple renewals. I've made the following assignments and will distribute shortly:
1. NC0089532 (Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer/Horsepasture River WWTP, New Discharge 0.495 MGD). Assign to
Teresa, since she already modeled discharge for spec limit request.
2. NC0089524 (Pluris Hampstead W WTP, New Discharge, 0.25 MGD). Assign to Ron. I'll need to discuss, as this is
a very unique discharge request.
3. NC0023973 (Cape Fear Public Utility Authority/Southside W WTP, Major Mod- expansion from 12 to 24 MGD).
Assign to Julie. I'll need to discuss, as this involves Lower Cape Fear River low DO issue.
Each application has an EAA for review. Modeling was conducted for (1) above, but will need to determine if any
modeling required for (2) or (3) above. I had initially requested Wren to assign these projects to me in BIMS. Please
change the Permit Reviewer to yourself, so you get credit. Please make sure applicable Region has received a copy of
application and will complete a Staff Report (if not already completed).
I have another NEW application from USMC Camp Lejeune for an RO WTP discharge up to 1.93 MGD, but am sitting on it
until I receive confirmation that a Federal NEPA was completed or not required (pending WARD Lynn Hardison input).
Hopefully I can get more staff in sooner than later to help with workload.
Tom Belnick
Supervisor, NPDES Complex Permitting Unit
NCDWR/Water Quality Programs
919-807-6390 `
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties

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FACILITY NAME AND PERMIT NUMBER: PERMIT PERMIT ACTION REQUESTED: RIVER BASIN:
969 Savannah
FORM
2A N'PDES FORM 2A APPLICATION OVERVIEW
NPDES
APPLICATION OVERVIEW
Form 2A has been developed in a modular format and consists of a `Basic Application Information" packet
and a "Supplemental Application Information" packet. The Basic Application Information packet is divided
into two parts. All applicants must complete Parts A and C. Applicants with a design flow greater than or
equal to 0.1 mgd must also complete Part B. Some applicants must also complete the Supplemental
Application Information packet. The following items explain which parts of Form 2A you must complete.
BASIC APPLICATION INFORMATION:
A. Basic Application Information for all Applicants. All applicants must complete questions A.1 through A.8. A treatment works
that discharges effluent to surface waters of the United States must also answer questions A.9 through A.12.
B. Additional Application Information for Applicants with a Design Flow>_ 0.1 mgd. All treatment works that have design flows
greater than or equal to 0.1 million gallons per day must complete questions B.1 through B.6.
C. Certification. All applicants must complete Part C (Certification).
SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
D. Expanded Effluent Testing Data. A treatment works that discharges effluent to surface waters of the United States and meets
one or more of the following criteria must complete Part D (Expanded Effluent Testing Data):
Has a design flow rate greater than or equal to 1 mgd,
Is required to have a pretreatment program (or has one in place), or
Is otherwise required by the permitting authority to provide the information.
E. Toxicity Testing Data. A treatment works that meets one or more of the following criteda must complete Part E (Toxicity Testing
Data):
1. Has a design flow rate greater than or equal to 1 mgd,
2. Is required to have a pretreatment program (or has one in place), or
3. Is otherwise required by the permitting authority to submit results of toxicity testing.
F. Industrial User Discharges and RCRAICERCLA Wastes. A treatment works that accepts process wastewater from any
significant industrial users (SIUs) or receives RCRA or CERCLA wastes must complete Part F (Industrial User Discharges
and RCRA/CERCLA Wastes). SIUs are defined as:
1. All industrial users subject to Categorical Pretreatment Standards under 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 403.6 and
40 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter N (see instructions); and
2. Any other industrial user that:
a. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the treatment works (with certain
exclusions); or
b. Contributes a process wastestream that makes up 5 percent or more of the average dry weather hydraulic or organic
capacity of the treatment plant; or
C. Is designated as an SIU by the control authority.
G. Combined Sewer Systems. A treatment works that has a combined sewer system must complete Part G (Combined Sewer
Systems).
ALL APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE PART C (CERTIFICATION)
EPA Form 3510-2A (Rev. 1-99). Replaces EPA forms 7550-6 & 7550-22. Pagel of 22

FACILITY NAME AND PERMIT NUMBER:
PERMIT ACTION REQUESTED:
RIVER BASIN:
Savannah
BASIC APPLICATION INFORMATION
PART A. BASIC APPLICATION INFORMATION FOR ALL APPLICANTS:
All treatment works must complete questions A.1 through A.8 of this Basic Application Information Packet.
A.1. Facility Information.
Facility Name Tuckaseioee Water and Sewer Authority (TWSA) WATP- Cashiers
Mailing Address 1246 West Main Street
ova. NC 28779
Contact Person Dan Harbauoh
Title Executive Director
Telephone Number [phone], extension 203
Facility Address Hiohway 64, east of Cashiers. Jackson County NC
(not P.O. Box)
A.2. Applicant Information. If the applicant is different from the above, provide the following:
Applicant Name Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority
Mailing Address 1246 West Main Street
Sylva. NC 28779
Contact Person Dan Harbauph
Title Exceutive Director
Telephone Number [phone], extension 203
Is the applicant the owner or operator (or both) of the treatment works?
® owner ❑ operator
Indicate whether correspondence regarding this permit should be directed to the facility or the applicant.
❑ facility ® applicant
A.3. Existing Environmental Permits. Provide the permit number of any existing environmental permits that have been issued to the treatment works
(include state -Issued permits).
NPDES NCO063321 (existina Cashiers W VIP) FED
UIC Other
RCRA Other
A.4. Collection System Information. Provide information on municipalities and areas served by the facility. Provide the name and population of each
entity and, If known, provide information on the type of collection system (combined vs. separate) and its ownership (municipal, private, etc.).
Name Population Served Type of Collection System Ownership
Cashiers Area 400 (currently served) Separate Authority
Total population served 400 (currently served)
EPA Form 3510-2A (Rev. 1-99). Replaces EPA fortes 7550-6 & 7550-22. Page 2 of 22

FACILITY NAME AND PERMIT NUMBER: PERMIT ACTION REQUESTED: RIVER BASIN:
Savannah
A.S. Indian Country.
a. Is the treatment works located in Indian Country?
❑ Yes ® No
b. Does the treatment works discharge to a receiving water that is either in Indian Country or that is upstream from (and eventually flows
through) Indian Country?
❑ Yes ® No
A.B. Flow. Indicate the design flow rate of the treatment plant (i.e., the wastewater flow rate that the plant was built to handle). Also provide the
average daily flow rate and maximum daily flow rate for each of the last three years. Each year's data must be based on a 12-month time period
with the 12t month of "this year occurring no more than three months prior to this application submittal.
a. Design flow rate 0.495 mgd (PROPOSED FACILITY)
Two Years Ago Last Year This Year
b. Annual average daily flow rate NIA — New proposed NIA— New Proposed NIA — proposed
C. Maximum daily flow rate NIA — New proposed WA— New proposed NIA - proposed
A.7. Collection System. Indicate the type(s) of collection system(s) used by the treatment plant. Check all that apply. Also estimate the percent
contribution (by miles) of each.
® Separate sanitary sewer 100 %
❑ Combined storm and sanitary sewer %
A.S. Discharges and Other Disposal Methods.
a. Does the treatment works discharge effluent to waters of the U.S.? ® Yes ❑ No
If yes, list how many of each of the following types of discharge points the treatment works uses:
I. Discharges of treated effluent 1
II. Discharges of untreated or partially treated effluent 0
III, Combined sewer overflow points 0
IV. Constructed emergency overflows (prior to the headworks) 0
V. Other 0
b. Does the treatment works discharge effluent to basins, ponds, or other surface impoundments
that do not have outlets for discharge to waters of the U.S.? ❑ Yes ® No
If yes, provide the following for each surface impoundment:
Location:
Annual average daily volume discharge to surface Impoundment(s)
Is discharge ❑ continuous or ❑ Intermittent?
C. Does the treatment works land -apply treated wastewater?
If yes, provide the following for each land application site:
d.
Location:
Number of acres:
Annual average daily volume applied to site:
Is land application ❑ continuous or ❑ Intermittent?
Does the treatment works discharge or transport treated or untreated wastewater to another
treatment works?
❑ Yes
mgd
mgd
M.
❑ Yes ® No
EPA Form 3510-2A (Rev. 1-99). Replaces EPA forms 7550-e & 7550-22. Page 3 of 22

FACILITY NAME AND PERMIT NUMBER:
PERMIT ACTION REQUESTED:
RIVER BASIN:
Savannah
If yes, describe the mean(s) by which the wastewater from the treatment works is discharged or transported to the other treatment works
(e.g., tank truck, pipe).
If transport is by a party other than the applicant, provide:
Transporter Name
Mailing Address
Contact Person
Title
Telephone Number ( )
For each treatment works that receives this discharge, provide the following:
Name
Mailing Address
Contact Person
Title
Telephone Number ( 1
If known, provide the NPDES permit number of the treatment works that receives this discharge
Provide the average daily Flow rate from the treatment works Into the receiving facility.
mgd
e. Does the treatment works discharge ordisposeof its wastewater in a manner not Included
In A.B. through A.8.d above (e.g., underground percolation, well injection): ❑ Yes
® No
If yes, provide the following for each disposal method:
Description of method (including location and size of slte(s)'d applicable):
Annual daily volume disposed by this method:
Is disposal through this method ❑ continuous or ❑ intermittent?
EPA Form 3510-2A (Rev. 1-99). Replaces EPA forms 7550.6 & 7650-22. Page 4 of 22

FACILITY NAME AND PERMIT NUMBER: PERMIT ACTION REQUESTED: RIVER BASIN:
Savannah
WASTEWATER DISCHARGES:
If you answered "Yes" to ouestlon A.B.acomplete questions A.9 through A.12 once for each outfall (including bypass points) through
which effluent Is discharged. Do not include Information on combined sewer overflows in this section. If you answered "No" to question
A.8.a, go to Part B, "Additional Application Information for Applicants with a Design Flow Greater than or Equal to 0.1 mgd."
A.9. Description of Outfall.
a.
Outfall number 001
b.
Location Cashiers
28717
(City or town, if applicable)
(Zip Code)
Jackson
NC
(County)
(State)
35 dea. 07 min. 46 sec N
83 deg. 04 min. 00 sec W
(Latitude)
(Longitude)
C.
Distance from shore (if applicable) N/A
ft.
d.
Depth below surface (d applicable) WA
ft.
e.
Average daily flow rate 0.495
mgd
f.
Does this ouHall have either an Intermittent or a periodic discharge? ❑ Yes
® No (go to A.9.g.)
If yes, provide the following information:
Number f times per year discharge occurs:
Average duration of each discharge:
Average flow per discharge:
mgd
Months in which discharge occurs:
g.
Is outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes
® No
A.10. Description of Receiving Waters.
a. Name of receiving water Horseoasture River
b. Name of watershed (if known) Savannah
United States Soil Conservation Service 14digit watershed code (If known):
C. Name of Stale Management River Basin (it known): Savannah
United States Geological Survey 8-digit hydrologic cataloging unit code (if known):
d. Critical low flow of receiving stream (if applicable)
acute cis chronic efe
e. Total hardness of receiving stream at critical low flow (if applicable): WA mgA of CaCO3
EPA Form 3510-ZA (Rev. 1-99). Replaces EPA fortes 755M & 7550-22. Page 5 of 22

FACILITY NAME AND PERMIT NUMBER:
PERMIT ACTION REQUESTED:
RIVER BASIN:
Savannah
A.11. Description of Treatment
a. What level of treatment are provided? Check all that apply.
❑ Primary ❑ Secondary
® Advanced ❑ Other. Describe:
b. Indicate the following removal rates (as applicable):
Design SODS removal or Design CBOD5 removal 95 %
Design SS removal 95
Design P removal NIA %
Design N removal 75 %
Other %
C. What type of disinfection is used for the effluent from this outfall? If disinfection varies by season, please describe:
ultraviolet light (UV)
If disinfection is by chlorination is dechlorination used for this ouffall? ❑ Yes ❑ No
Does the treatment plant have post aeration? ❑ Yes ® No
A.12. Effluent Testing Information. All Applicants that discharge to waters of the US must provide effluent testing data for the following
parameters. Provide the Indicated effluent testing required by the permitting authority for each outfall through which effluent is
discharged. Do not Include Information on combined sewer overflows In this section. All Information reported must be based on data
collected through analysis conducted using 40 CFR Part 136 methods. In addition, this data must comply with QA/QC requirements of
40 CFR Part 136 and other appropriate QAIQC requirements for standard methods for analytes not addressed by 40 CFR Part 136. At a
minimum, effluent testing data must be based on at least three samples and must be no more than four and one-half years apart.
Outfall number: 001 for existing TWSA W VTP No 3 in Cashiers (NOTE different outfall location than Proposed for this NPDES permit aoo0
PARAMETER
MAXIMUM DAILY VALUE
AVERAGE DAILY VALUE
Value
Units
Value
Units
Number of Samples
pH (Minimum)
6.2
S.U.
pH (Ma)imum)
6.8
S.U.
Flow Rate
0.184
mgd
0.070
m d
12 months
Temperature (Willer)
7.7
Deg C 1
6.6
Deg C
3
Temperature (Summer)
21.7
Deg C
21.1
Deg C
3
' For pH please report a minimum
and a mMmum daily value
MAXIMUM DAILY
AVERAGE DAILY DISCHARGE
POLLUTANT
DISCHARGE
ANALYTICAL
MLIMOL
Conc.
Units
Cone.
Units
Number of
METHOD
Samples
CONVENTIONAL AND NON
CONVENTIONAL COMPOUNDS
BIOCHEMICAL OXYGEN
BOOS
4.8
M /I
3.5
M /i
4
DEMAND (Report one)
CBOD5
FECAL COLIFORM
4
#1100mi
4
#/100mi
4
TOTAL SUSPENDED SOLIDS (TSS)
5.6
M /I
4.1
Mg/I
4
END OF PART A.
REFER TO THE APPLICATION OVERVIEW (PAGE 1) TO DETERMINE WHICH OTHER PARTS
OF FORM 2A YOU MUST COMPLETE
EPA Form 3510-2A (Rev. 1-99). Replaces EPA forms 7550-6 & 7550-22. Page 6 of 22

FACILITY NAME AND PERMIT NUMBER:
PERMIT ACTION REQUESTED:
RIVER BASIN:
,
Savannah
BASIC APPLICATION INFORMATION
PART B. ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS WITH A DESIGN FLOW GREATER THAN OR
EQUAL TO 0.1 MGD (100,000 gallons per day).
All applicants with a design flow rate 2 0.1 mgd must answer questions B.1 through B.6. All others go to Part C (Certification).
B.I. Inflow and Infiltration. Estimate the average number of gallons per day that flow Into the treatment works from Inflow and/or Infiltration.
10,000 gpd
Briefly explain any steps underway or planned to minimize inflow and infiltration.
TWSA maintenance staff regularly inspect system for evidence of infiltration and inflow, and make repairs to the
collection system to minimize inflow and infiltration.
B.2. Topographic Map. Attach to this application a topographic map of the area extending at least one mile beyond facility property boundaries. This
map must show the outline of the facility and the following Information. (You may submit more than one map if one map does not show the entire
area.)
a. The area surrounding the treatment plant, including all unit processes.
b. The major pipes or other structures through which wastewater enters the treatment works and the pipes or other structures through which
treated wastewater is discharged from the treatment plant. Include oulfalls from bypass piping, If applicable.
c. Each well where wastewater from the treatment plant is injected underground.
d. Wells, springs, other surface water bodies, and drinking water wells that are: 1) within %mile of the property boundaries of the treatment
works, and 2) listed in public record or otherwise known to the applicant.
e. Any areas where the sewage sludge produced by the treatment works is stored, treated, or disposed.
f. if the treatment works receives waste that is classified as hazardous under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) by truck, rail,
or special pipe, show on the map where the hazardous waste enters the treatment works and where it is treated, stored, and/or disposed.
B.3. Process Flow Diagram or Schematic. Provide a diagram showing the processes of the treatment plant, including all bypass piping and all
backup power sources or redunancy in the system. Also provide a water balance showing all treatment units, Including disinfection (e.g.,
chlorination and dechlorination). The water balance must show daily average flow rates at Influent and discharge points and approximate daily now
rates between treatment units. Include a brief narrative description of the diagram.
BA. Operation/Maintenance Performed by Contractor(s).
Are any operational or maintenance aspects (related to wastewater treatment and effluent quality) of the treatment works the responsibility of a
contractor? ❑ Yes ® No
If yes, list the name, address, telephone number, and status of each contractor and describe the contractors responsibilities (attach additional
pages if necessary).
Name:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number. 1 1
Responsibilities of Contractor.
B.S. Scheduled Improvements and Schedules of Implementation. Provide Information on any uncompleted Implementation schedule or
uncompleted plans for improvements that will affect the wastewater treatment, effluent quality, or design capacity of the treatment works. If the
treatment works has several different Implementation schedules or is planning several Improvements, submit separate responses to question B.5
for each. (If none, go to question B.6.)
a. List the outfall number (assigned in question A.9) for each ouffall that is covered by this implementation schedule.
001 - Schedule to be determined
b. Indicate whether the planned Improvements or implementation schedule are required by local, State, or Federal agencies.
❑ Yes ® No
EPA Form 3510.2A (Rev. 1.99). Replaces EPA forms 7660-6 & 7550.22. Page 7 of 22

FACILITY NAME AND PERMIT NUMBER:
PERMIT ACTION REQUESTED:
RIVER BASIN:
Savannah
C. If the answer to B.5.b is "Yes; briefly describe, including new maximum daily inflow rate (8 applicable).
d. Provide dates imposed by any compliance schedule or any actual dales of completion for the Implementation steps listed below, as
applicable. For Improvements planned independently of local, Stale, or Federal agencies, Indicate planned or actual completion dates, as
applicable. Indicate dates as accurately as possible. SCHEDULE TO BE DETERMINED.
Schedule Actual Completion
Implementation Stage MMIDD/YYYY MWDDIYYYY
- Begin Construction / /
- End Construction
- Begin Discharge / / I /
- Attain Operational Level
e. Have appropriate permits/clearances concerning other FederallStale requirements been obtained? ❑ Yes ® No
Describe briefly: Facility improvements currently in planning stages. Approval applications will be submitted at the
Appropriate time and as required to comply with federal and state requirements.
B.6. EFFLUENT TESTING DATA (GREATER THAN 0.1 MGD ONLY).
Applicants that discharge to waters of the US must provide effluent testing data for the following parameters. Provide the indicated
effluent testing required by the permitting authority for each ouffall through which effluent Is discharged. Do not Include Information
on combine sewer overflows In this section. All Information reported must be based on data collected through analysis conducted
using 40 CFR Part 136 methods. In addition, this data must comply with QA/QC requirements of 40 CFR Part 136 and other appropriate
QA/QC requirements for standard methods for analytes not addressed by 40 CFR Part 136. At a minimum effluent testing data must be
based on at least three pollutant scans and must be no more than four and on -half years old.
Outfall Number: 001 for existing TWSA W WTP No 3 in Cashiers (different outall location than proposed for this NPDES permit aool)
MAXIMUM DAILY
AVERAGE DAILY DISCHARGE
DISCHARGE
ANALYTICAL
POLLUTANT
METHOD
ML/MDL
Conc.
Units
Conc.
Units
Number of
Samples
CONVENTIONAL AND NON CONVENTIONAL COMPOUNDS
AMMONIA (as N)
0.6
Mgn
0.53
Mgn
4
CHLORINE (TOTAL
0.020
Mgll
0.020
Mgll
4
RESIDUAL, TRC)
DISSOLVED OXYGEN
11.8
Mgll
9.4
Mgll
4
TOTAL KJELDAHL
NITROGEN (TKN)
NITRATE PLUS NITRITE
NITROGEN
OIL and GREASE
PHOSPHORUS (Total)
TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS
(TDS)
OTHER
END OF PART B.
REFER TO THE APPLICATION OVERVIEW (PAGE 1) TO DETERMINE WHICH OTHER PARTS
OF FORM 2A YOU MUST COMPLETE
EPA Forth 3510-2A (Rev. 1-99). Replaces EPA forms 7550-6 & 755D-22. Page 8 of 22

FACILITY NAME AND PERMIT NUMBER:
PERMIT ACTION REQUESTED:
RIVER BASIN:
,
Savannah
BASIC APPLICATION INFORMATION
PARTC. CERTIFICATION
All applicants must complete the Certification Section. Refer to Instructions to determine who is an officer for the purposes of this
certification. All applicants must complete all applicable sections of Form 2A, as explained In the Application Overview. Indicate below which
parts of Form 2A you have completed and are submitting. By signing this certification statement, applicants confirm that they have reviewed
Form 2A and have completed all sections that apply to the facility for which this application is submitted.
Indicate which parts of Form 2A you have completed and are submitting:
® Basic Application Information packet Supplemental Application Information packet:
❑ Part D (Expanded Effluent Testing Data)
❑ Part E (Toxicity Testing: Biomonitoring Data)
❑ Par F (Industrial User Discharges and RCRAICERCLA Wastes)
❑ Part G (Combined Sewer Systems)
ALL APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATION.
I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system
designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who
manage the system or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true,
accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine and Imprisonment
for knowing violations.
Name and official title Dan t4rbaugh, Executive Director
Signature
Telephone number (828) 5588865189, ext 203
a Date signed Q tzoc r Z04.
Upon request of the permitting authority, you must submit any other Information necessary to assure wastewater treatment practices at the treatment
works or identify appropriate permitting requirements.
SEND COMPLETED FORMS TO:
NCDENR/ DWQ
Attn: NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
EPA Forn 3510-2A (Rev. 1-99). Replaces EPA forms 7550-6 & 7550-22. Page 9 of 22

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Rev.2/2005

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Influent Flow Process Treatment Units
Screening Equalization (0.495 MGD)
(0.495 MGD (0.495 MGD to
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